TEACHING AND EDUCATION

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1 TEACHING AND EDUCATION

2 WE ARE WESTERN SYDNEY

3 Located in the heart of one of Australia s fastest growing economic regions, Western Sydney University offers unlimited potential to students with the talent, drive and ambition to succeed. Western Sydney is an exciting place to be. As the nation s third largest economy and one of the fastest growing population and employment centres, it is an increasingly important, dynamic and culturally diverse hub of business, industry and innovation. With a large multicultural population of more than two million people from 170 nations, Western Sydney s global links are creating unlimited opportunities for international business, investment, education and cultural exchange. Ranked amongst the top two per cent of universities in the world, Western Sydney University values academic excellence, integrity and the pursuit of knowledge. We are globally focused, research-led and committed to making a positive impact on the communities we engage with. Your success starts here.

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7 MAKE A DIFFERENCE Our teaching degrees will give you the skills you need to make a positive difference to individuals and the wider world. You can work with people of all ages and backgrounds, helping their growth and development and, ultimately, improving social and educational standards across society. Our courses have a strong social justice focus, aimed at improving educational outcomes for students from diverse social and cultural backgrounds. BE CLASSROOM-READY Our teaching courses are designed to help you enter the workforce careerready, offering a strong balance of theory and practical skills to help you adapt to any new challenges and complexities. The practical experience you will gain in our teaching programs will give you the confidence you need to excel from your first day as a teacher. CHOOSE THE RIGHT PATH FOR YOU The University provides a clear and direct pathway to whichever area of education you wish to work in. If your passion is to work with children and young people, the comprehensive nature and contemporary WHY STUDY AT WESTERN SYDNEY? focus of our teaching programs will give you a head start in that area. You can learn about teaching and education through our early childhood, primary and secondary programs. BALANCE STUDY, WORK AND FAMILY Our student-friendly timetabling and teaching approaches take full advantage of your time on campus and provide you with the flexibility to balance your study, work and family commitments. FAST TRACK YOUR SUCCESS Refine your skills with further courses, such as Masters programs in Leadership, Inclusive Education, TESOL and Social Ecology. We also offer Masters and Doctoral research program, which will help you fast track into higher degrees of success in your career. ALREADY COMPLETED A DEGREE? A teaching qualification is the bridge to a clear career path where you can use those specialist skills and knowledge to help create tomorrow s citizens. CONTEMPORARY CURRICULUM BASED ON BEST PRACTICE The University is one of Australia s largest providers of professional teachers. When developing our programs, we undertook extensive research into the changing environment of teaching and education not only in Australia, but also in Europe and North America, to help produce the best educators of today and the future. LIVELY LEARNING ENVIRONMENT With campuses spread across Western Sydney, the University is one of Sydney s most accessible metropolitan universities. Each of our campuses is directly linked to the community and reflects the cultural diversity, energy and growth of the region. Facilities vary from campus to campus and include libraries, gyms, computer laboratories, wireless internet, cafes, bars, tennis courts, and open space! westernsydney.edu.au 7

8 Future thinking. Unlimited possibilities. The Academy at Western Sydney University. Success is not just about getting a degree but developing the critical thinking and leadership skills to support a successful career. It s about learning skills for your chosen life, not just a job. The Academy at Western Sydney University offers advanced degrees that prepare you to thrive in the face of change and seize success at every opportunity. Whether your dream is to achieve as a professional, an entrepreneur or an academic, you will learn to think differently and creatively in whatever you do. The Academy offers high-achieving students* a unique, hands-on approach to learning in an interdisciplinary environment. Led by awardwinning Professor James Arvanitakis, The Academy draws on the unique experience of leading thinkers, social change agents, community leaders, and high-achieving students both past and present. With a focus on ethical leadership and critical thinking, built on the pillars of academic rigour, community engagement, and professional and personal development, The Academy offers students access to: Unprecedented opportunities for industry and real life experience; World-class research, researchers, teachers, experts and Innovation Labs; Travel to national and international leadership experiences and conferences; A range of professional and personal development workshops; Internship, service learning and volunteering opportunities; Personalised career planning; and Applied leadership experience in studentled, community-focused projects. Visit westernsydney.edu.au/theacademy for more information. * Entry to The Academy is offered to advanced degree students and those with an ATAR of 85 or more. 8 Western Sydney University

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10 Early Childhood Education Our innovative and future-oriented pathway degree programs are unique in the early childhood education sector. They are designed to meet emerging trends of the 21st century and the expansion of early childhood services for children and their families. Our courses provide our graduates with the professional qualifications necessary for them to be successful practitioners in early childhood settings and schools. DIFFERENT PATHWAYS AND CHOICES We are proud to offer two degree pathways that set a new professional benchmark for the early childhood professionals who will provide 21st century leadership. The unique consecutive combination of an undergraduate Arts degree and postgraduate Teaching qualification will prepare you for a rewarding career in early childhood teaching or early childhood and primary teaching. These qualifications give you a comprehensive understanding of the current curriculum and policy context of early childhood and primary teaching, which will allow you to accelerate quickly through your early career into higher-level teaching and directing positions. And with a double degree, you will always maintain that edge. If you are intending to seek employment as a teacher in a prior-to-school and/or school settings, you must complete the Master of Teaching in addition to the Bachelor of Arts. FOR SCHOOL LEAVERS AND NONCURRENT SCHOOL LEAVERS By successfully completing the undergraduate Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years) degree, you will achieve advanced standing in the Masters program, so you can graduate in as little as one year after the completion of your undergraduate degree with a Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years) as a qualified early childhood teacher. Alternatively, with an additional six months of study, you can graduate with a Master of Teaching (Birth 12 Years), which provides you with a dual early childhood and primary teaching qualification. FOR GRADUATES OF THE DIPLOMA OF CHILDREN S SERVICES Students with the Diploma of Children s Services or equivalent receive one year of advanced standing in the areas of Education and Early Childhood Studies and can complete the Bachelor of Arts in two years. 10 Western Sydney University

11 Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years) COURSE UAC CODE LOCATION DURATION ATAR B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth 5 Years/ Birth 12 Years) B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth 5 Years/ Birth 12 Years) Diploma Pathway Bankstown 3F/EqP Parramatta 3F/EqP Penrith 3F/EqP Bankstown 2F/EqP N/A Parramatta 2F/EqP N/A Penrith 2F/EqP N/A Key: B = Bachelor of; A = Accelerated; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; N/A = Not applicable, alternate entry. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. The total duration of the pathway is shown above. The B Arts and Education component of this program is offered at Penrith, Bankstown and Parramatta campuses with a small selection of units online. The Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years) equips you with foundational knowledge in English, contemporary society and Australia and the world. It provides a wide base for understanding issues in complex and diverse cultural, social and educational contexts. By undertaking the Bachelor of Arts pathway, you are required to complete an Education Studies major and an Early Childhood Studies sub-major as part of your Arts degree. After three years, you may choose to graduate with the Bachelor of Arts and work in child and family support services. However, the course also articulates with the Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years) if you wish to obtain a teaching qualification for prior-toschool and primary school. There is also an exit point for early childhood, allowing you to graduate with a Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years) and teach in prior-toschool settings. The B Arts component of this program is offered at Parramatta, Penrith and Bankstown campuses. The M Teaching (Birth 5 Years/ Birth 12 Years) component is only offered at Bankstown. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Field day visits feature in a range of early childhood and family settings throughout the B Arts undergraduate course. Professional experience placements occur in early childhood settings such as long day care and preschool in the M Teaching (Birth 5 Years) and also in early childhood settings and primary school in the M Teaching (Birth 12 Years). ADVANCED STANDING If you have a Diploma of Children s Services, you are eligible to apply for academic credit for eight units (one year of study) in the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth-5/Birth-12), enabling you to complete the Arts degree in two years full time. Completing the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years), will provide you with advanced standing in the Masters degree, allowing you to complete your Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years) in one-and-a-half years, or one year in accelerated pattern, to qualify to teach in long day care and preschool. Alternatively, you can also complete the Master of Teaching (Birth 12 Years) in two years or one and a half years in accelerated mode, to qualify to teach primary school from Kindergarten to Year 6, as well as early childhood. TRANSITION TO TEACHING If you study the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years) you are guaranteed entry into the Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years) program when you: successfully complete your Bachelor of Arts degree complete eight units in the Education Studies major, including four units for which you will gain advanced standing in the Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years) and four units in the Early Childhood Sub-major (Diploma of Children s Services graduates receive advanced standing for some of these units) accept your offer at the end of your Bachelor of Arts course into the Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years). Alternatively, you can study any undergraduate course, choosing from areas of study including arts, social science, business, psychology, science, engineering and more. You can use your electives to select some units from the Education Studies major or Early Childhood Studies Sub-major, and then apply through UAC to study the Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years). For further details on other courses, please refer to the relevant Area of Study brochures or visit westernsydney.edu.au/courses CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES To graduate with a Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years), you will be required to complete 24 units. The units within the Bachelor of Arts component may include: Analytical Reading and Writing; Contemporary Society; Texts and Traditions; and Australia and the World. You will also be required to complete a major in an Arts area, and a mandatory eight unit major in Education Studies and four unit submajor in Early Childhood Studies. Units in the Education major may include: Contemporary Childhoods; Ethical Futures; Learning and Creativity plus others. Enrolment in a unit from the Indigenous Australian Studies major or a language can be included as part of the Education Studies major. Units in the Early Childhood Studies sub-major include: Being a Child; Diversity and Difference; Learning Environments; and The Developing Child. Please note that not all units are offered on all campuses, and that units on offer may vary from year to year. The pathway degree is structured so that you complete the Education Studies major, which allows you advanced standing if you choose to undertake a Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years). For detailed information about the course structure and units, visit westernsydney.edu.au/courses CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As a graduate of this pathway you can establish a career in education, both inside and out of the classroom, working in policy, curriculum development, education and administration. westernsydney.edu.au 11

12 Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years/ Birth 12 Years) COURSE UAC CODE LOCATION DURATION ATAR M Teaching (Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years) Bankstown 1A 2F (Birth 5 N/A Years); 1.5A 2.5F (Birth 12 Years) Key: M = Master of; A = Accelerated; F = Full-time; N/A = Not applicable, alternate entry. Nicole Vella BACHELOR OF ARTS PATHWAY TO TEACHING BIRTH 12 YEARS I decided to come to Western Sydney University due to the pathways course. It was very appealing as I can complete a Master s degree in just four and a half years. I also love that there are so many modern study areas on campus. CORE UNITS As there are no electives in the Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years) course, all units are core. To graduate, you will need to complete 16 units for the Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years) or 20 units for the Master of Teaching (Birth 12 Years). Units include: Diverse Literacies; Children, Families, Communities; and Creative Teaching and Learning. You will complete professional experience placements in a range of educational settings. The Master of Teaching (Birth-5 Years/Birth- 12 Years) provides you with the curriculum knowledge and skills to be an effective early childhood and primary school teacher. For detailed information about the course structure and units, visit westernsydney.edu.au/courses PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE You will undertake practice teaching and other field experiences in a variety of early childhood and primary school settings. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION The Master of Teaching (Birth-12 Years) is recognised by the NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards. If you have an undergraduate degree other than the BA pathway degree, you are advised to check the appropriateness of your undergraduate studies for your employment as a teacher in NSW with the subject content requirements for primary teaching on the NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards website (nswteachers.nsw.edu.au). A formal assessment of your undergraduate degree will be completed upon receipt of your application for a place in the Master of Teaching (Birth-5 Years/Birth-12 Years). The Master of Teaching (Birth-5 Years) and Master of Teaching (Birth-12 Years) are also recognised by the Australian Children s Education and Care Quality Authority for early childhood teaching. TRANSITION TO TEACHING If you study the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years), you are guaranteed entry to the Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years/Birth 12 Years) when you complete your Bachelor of Arts with the recommended pattern. You will receive four units of Advanced standing in the Masters degree. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES You will have the option of graduating with a Master of Teaching (Birth 5 Years) as a qualified early childhood teacher. This opens career opportunities in a range of prior-toschool settings, such as preschool, long day care and integrated child and family services. Or, you can graduate with a Master of Teaching (Birth 12 Years), which qualifies you to teach in primary schools from Kindergarten to Year 6, as well as in prior-to-school services. POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS Taken as additional study following your initial teaching qualification, a Master of Inclusive Education gives you a second teaching qualification in an area of high demand. This degree allows you to work as a special educator in early intervention (if you have a 0-5 teaching qualification) or primary and secondary (if you have either a primary or secondary teaching qualification). 12 Western Sydney University

13 Primary Education Primary school teaching can offer enormously rich and varied work and life experiences. Not only are you likely to encounter children from many cultures, the professional environment is also diverse. Within any given school, teachers from a wide range of backgrounds work together with the common purpose of helping children get the best possible start in life. You can turn a generalist degree like a Bachelor of Arts into a primary teaching qualification with a clear career destination in sight. Your double degree, with a Master of Teaching qualification, gives you the inside running in your career, and may help you to achieve promotions and leadership positions more speedily. DIFFERENT PATHWAYS AND CHOICES At Western Sydney University, our pathway to primary teaching begins with an undergraduate degree, providing a broad educational qualification and strong academic preparation in a number of the key areas of the primary curriculum. The undergraduate degree is followed by a Master of Teaching course, which provides professional preparation for primary teaching. If accelerated, the Master of Teaching can take as little as one or one-and-a-half years to complete after the finish of your undergraduate degree. For those dedicated to a primary teaching program from the start of their studies, a pathway is available through the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary). You will complete an Education Studies major during the three years of your Bachelor studies, and then progress to the Master of Teaching (Primary). By completing the undergraduate pathway degree, you will fast track your teaching qualification. Alternatively, if you already have an undergraduate degree with appropriate units, you can also apply to do the Master of Teaching (Primary) as a postgraduate degree. Please contact our Course Information Centre on for more details. TRANSITION TO TEACHING If you study the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary), you are guaranteed entry into the Master of Teaching (Primary) program when you: successfully complete your Bachelor of Arts with a pass average during your studies at the University complete eight units in the Education Studies major, including four units for which you will gain advanced standing in the Master of Teaching (Primary) accept your offer at the end of the Bachelor s course to the Master of Teaching (Primary) Alternatively, you can study any Western Sydney University undergraduate course, choosing from areas of study including arts, social science, business, psychology, science, engineering and more. You can use your electives to select some units from the Education Studies major, and then apply through UAC to study the Master of Teaching (Primary). For further details on other courses, please refer to the relevant Area of Study brochures or visit westernsydney.edu.au/courses For more information, see the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary) on page 14, or the Master of Teaching (Primary) on page 15. Elif Turksel BACHELOR OF ARTS (PATHWAY TO PRIMARY) My advice to anyone considering Western Sydney University is to pick something you like to study and pursue it as a career. For me, I love being able to teach someone, and see them apply that knowledge. westernsydney.edu.au 13

14 Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary) COURSE UAC CODE LOCATION DURATION ATAR B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary) Bankstown 3F/6P Parramatta* 3F/6P Penrith 3F/6P Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. * The B Arts and Education component of this program is offered at Penrith and Bankstown campuses with a small selection of units at Parramatta campus and online. The M Teaching (Primary) component is primarily offered at the Bankstown campus, although a small selection of units is offered at the Penrith campus. The Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary) is a three-year degree offering students an opportunity to develop a depth of disciplinary expertise and academic preparation for a number of the key learning areas of the primary curriculum, together with a broad understanding of issues relating to education. The degree is also designed to provide knowledge, tools for thinking, and enhanced self-understanding, so as to form a basis for lifelong learning. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Practice teaching and other field experiences in a variety of primary school settings will be gained in the Master of Teaching component. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION The course meets the Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES) subject content requirements for the undergraduate degree for students continuing to a Master of Teaching (Primary). Completion of the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary) involves mandatory study of the Education Studies major. This eight-unit major incorporates four units from the Master of Teaching (Primary), which subsequently allows you to complete the Master of Teaching component in accelerated mode over 12 months. In the Master of Teaching (Primary) you will concentrate on the skills and knowledge needed to translate your expertise to a classroom setting. This unique consecutive combination of an undergraduate Arts degree and postgraduate teaching qualification will prepare you for a rewarding career in primary teaching. The Bachelor of Arts component may be studied at either Bankstown, Parramatta or Penrith campus, and your location of study may depend on your choice of majors. CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES To graduate with a Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary), you will be required to complete 24 units, including four core Bachelor of Arts units. These include: Australia and the World; Analytical Reading and Writing; Contemporary Society; and Texts and Traditions. In addition, an eight subject major in Education Studies is mandatory. Units in this major may include: Mathematical Patterns and Relationships; Understanding and Teaching Children; and Classrooms Without Borders. You will then have the option of completing another eight unit major in the Bachelor of Arts, and this may include Chinese; Cultural and Social Analysis; English; History and Political Thought; Indigenous Australian Studies; International Relations and Asian Studies; Islamic Studies; Philosophy or Psychological Studies. Please note that not all units are offered on all campuses, and that units on offer may vary from year to year. Please refer to the Arts Area of Study brochure or visit westernsydney.edu.au/ courses for more information on the Bachelor of Arts majors, including the types of units you may study and the career opportunities. The Master of Teaching (Primary) is outlined in more detail on page 15. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As well as being equipped with all the necessary elements for entry into an initial teaching Masters degree, Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary) graduates will be prepared for a wide range of employment opportunities. You will be equipped with the communication and people skills, creativity and capacity for independent thought, flexibility and adaptability in new situations that are increasingly demanded by employers. The aim of the combined BA (Pathway to Teaching Primary) and Master of Teaching (Primary) degrees is to produce teachers with strong academic knowledge and skills, excellence in professional practice, commitment to equity and social justice, and pursuit of personal and professional growth. Because of these qualities, employers, including school principals in Western Sydney, hold graduates of our primary teaching programs in high regard. You can also opt to graduate with an 80-credit point early exit award, the Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies (Primary). However, you should note that while this may increase your career prospects, it does NOT lead to a professional qualification that will allow you to teach in primary education settings. 14 Western Sydney University

15 Master of Teaching (Primary) COURSE UAC CODE LOCATION DURATION ATAR M Teaching (Primary) Bankstown 1.5A/2F/4P N/A Key: M = Master of; A = Accelerated; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; N/A = Not applicable, alternative entry. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. CORE UNITS There are no electives in the Master of Teaching (Primary) course. To graduate with a Master of Teaching (Primary), you will be required to complete 16 units. Units include: Understanding and Teaching Children; Teaching and Learning in Classrooms; Primary Human Society and Its Environment; and Inclusive Teaching for Effective Learning. For detailed information about the course structure and units, visit westernsydney.edu.au/courses PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE You will undertake professional experience in a variety of primary school settings and other placement opportunities. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION The course is recognised by the NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards. You are advised to check the appropriateness of your undergraduate studies for employment as a teacher in NSW with the subject content requirements for primary teaching on the NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards website (nswteachers.nsw.edu.au). A formal assessment of your undergraduate degree will be completed upon receipt of your application for a place in the Master of Teaching (Primary). This degree gives you the skills, practices and understanding to operate effectively as a teacher in diverse contemporary primary school settings. It includes study in all learning areas and, importantly, links on-campus classes with a variety of professional experiences. may increase your career prospects, it does NOT lead to a professional qualification that will allow you to teach in primary education settings. In accelerated mode, the Master of Teaching (Primary) degree comprises three sessions of study either commencing in February and finishing in June of the following year, or commencing in late July and finishing at the end of November the following year. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES This postgraduate degree qualifies you to be a primary school teacher, teaching from Kindergarten to Year 6 in government and non-government primary schools in Australia, and in most other countries. A Master of Teaching (Primary) also lets you pursue exciting options in other fields such as education policy, curriculum development and education administration. Because of the quality and flexibility of this degree, you will graduate with transportable skills that are highly valued by employers, including communication and knowledge sharing, problem-solving, planning and organising, leadership and interpersonal skills. POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS Taken as additional study following your initial teaching qualification, a Master of Inclusive Education gives you a second teaching qualification in an area of high demand. This degree allows you to work as a special education teacher in primary schools and secondary schools (if you enter with a primary teaching qualification). The aim is to produce teachers with strong academic knowledge and skills, excellence in professional practice, commitment to equity and social justice, and pursuit of personal and professional growth. Because of these qualities, employers, including school principals in Western Sydney, hold graduates of our primary teaching programs in high regard. You can also opt to graduate with an 80-credit point early exit award, the Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies (Primary). However, you should note that while this westernsydney.edu.au 15

16 Bachelor of Education (Primary) Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Education Danielle Roberts BACHELOR OF EDUCATION PRIMARY (AREP) NSW TEACH SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT This is a great course and Western Sydney University provides so much support for you. Being in a small class provides you with an opportunity to get to know your peers. It allows you to take more from the classes you have the opportunity for one-on-one time with the lecturers. The Bachelor of Education (Primary) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education is a four year undergraduate program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. This program gives you the skills and understanding to teach effectively across the full curriculum range in Kindergarten to Year 6. In addition to foundation and curriculum school-based subjects, students will extend their literacy and numeracy skills, as well as cultural perspectives. This study forms a firm foundation for the curriculum studies subjects, in which you will examine the curriculum content of the primary school. The course is offered at the Bankstown campus in block release mode. This block mode is designed to afford students the capacity to remain in their communities to fulfil their family, community, career, cultural and social responsibilities. To study a block mode program requires students to attend four to six residential schools per year, each lasting approximately one to two weeks. Travel, accommodation and meal costs to attend workshops are funded by Abstudy for approved students. Students may also be eligible for ITAS tutorial assistance. Professional experience is undertaken in schools in students home communities and in Sydney. HOW TO APPLY Prospective Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students have two pathways in which to apply. 1. UNIVERSITIES ADMISSIONS CENTRE (UAC) Students who are eligible for an ATAR should complete an online application for admission via UAC at uac.edu.au (UAC code ). Students who apply via UAC will also be invited to the Badanami Alternative Assessment Program. 2. DIRECT ADMISSION VIA THE BADANAMI ALTERNATIVE ASSESSMENT PROGRAM Complete the Badanami Alternative Assessment Application form. Send your completed Application form, along with any required supporting documentation to: Western Sydney University Admissions Office Locked Bag 1797 PENRITH NSW 2751 For more detailed admission advice or if you require assistance with the application, please contact the University on: or study@westernsydney.edu.au 16 Western Sydney University

17 Secondary Education Susan Amiri BACHELOR OF ARTS/PATHWAY TO TEACHING SECONDARY At Western Sydney University we have some of the best academics in the country! They are so passionate about what they teach it rubs off on you. You become more passionate to become the type of educators they are! In secondary school settings, teachers who can provide inspiration and direction to their students are highly valued. The Western Sydney University secondary teaching program gives you the best possible chance of becoming such a teacher and playing a leadership role for others. The qualification turns your specialist undergraduate degree into a clearly signposted career path in teaching. Graduating with a Masters level qualification can enhance your progression to leadership positions in schools. However, if you want to select other non-teaching professions, the two degrees also allow for opportunities in different career directions. To help you balance your work and other life commitments, you can choose the study mode that suits you best accelerated over one and a half years, standard mode over two years or spread over a longer period. DIFFERENT PATHWAYS AND CHOICES Your study begins with an undergraduate degree, to provide a strong academic preparation and broad educational qualifications in a wide range of areas suitable to secondary teaching. If you are dedicated to a secondary teaching program from the start of your studies, specific degree pathways are available. You can choose from a Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary), a Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary), and the Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Physical Education) Pathway to Teaching (Secondary). Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Business have the opportunity of selecting the Secondary Teaching Major. You will complete an Education Studies submajor at the same time as you are undertaking studies in your chosen discipline. Our secondary teaching pathways build on the success of the graduate entry programs offered by the University over many years, finetuned to be among the best on offer today. TRANSITION TO TEACHING If you choose to study a secondary teaching pathway degree, when you graduate from either the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary), the Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary), and Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Physical Education) Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) you are guaranteed entry into the Master of Teaching (Secondary). To receive guaranteed entry you must: successfully complete your Bachelor degree with a pass average during your Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary), Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary), and the Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Physical Education) Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) or the Secondary Teaching Major in the Bachelor of Business with a pass average during your studies at the University complete four units in the Education Studies sub-major accept your offer at the end of your Bachelor course to the Master of Teaching (Secondary). If you choose to study another degree, you may apply for entry into the Master of Teaching (Secondary) through UAC. For further information on any of these courses, please refer to the relevant Area of Study brochures or visit westernsydney.edu.au/courses For more information, see the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) on page 18, the Bachelor of Science Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) on page 20, or the Master of Teaching (Secondary) on page 21 or the Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Physical Education) Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) on page 19. westernsydney.edu.au 17

18 Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) COURSE UAC CODE LOCATION DURATION ATAR B Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) Bankstown 3F/6P Parramatta* 3F/6P Penrith 3F/6P M Teaching (Secondary) Penrith 2F/1.5A N/A Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time; A = Accelerated. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. *The B Arts component of this program is offered at Penrith, Bankstown and Parramatta campuses. The Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) is a three-year degree offering students an opportunity to develop a depth of disciplinary expertise and an understanding of issues relating to education, in the context of curricula in NSW. The degree is also designed to provide knowledge, tools for thinking, and enhanced self-understanding, so as to form a basis for lifelong learning. The four Education units are offered at Penrith and Bankstown campuses with a small selection of units offered at Parramatta campus and online. CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES To graduate with a Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary), you will be required to complete 24 units. You will be required to complete four core Bachelor of Arts units. These include: Australia and the World; Analytical Reading and Writing; Contemporary Society; and Texts and Traditions. In addition, a four-unit sub-major in Education Studies is mandatory. Units in this submajor may include Learning and Creativity; Education in a Cosmopolitan Society; and The Brain and Learning plus others. You will then choose an eight-unit major in the Bachelor of Arts, and this may include: English; History and Political Thought; Languages (Indonesian, Chinese or Japanese). PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION The course meets the Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES) subject content requirements for the undergraduate degree for students continuing to a Master of Teaching (Secondary). You are advised to check the appropriateness of your undergraduate studies for teaching in NSW with the requirements for primary teaching on the NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards website (nswteachers.nsw.edu.au). A formal assessment of your undergraduate degree will be completed upon receipt of your application for a Master of Teaching (Secondary). Completion of the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) involves mandatory study in the Education Studies sub-major. This four-unit sub-major provides an overarching introduction to the field of Education and provides a sound basis for specific secondary studies undertaken as part of the Master of Teaching. This unique consecutive combination of an undergraduate Arts degree and postgraduate teaching qualification will prepare you for a rewarding career in secondary teaching. The Bachelor of Arts component may be studied at either Bankstown, Parramatta or Penrith campus, and your location of study may depend on your choice of key program or major. You will have an additional four-unit submajor, which may be used to prepare for a second teaching area. Finally, there are four elective units that you can, if you wish, choose to study from other courses offered by the Western Sydney University. Please note that not all units are offered on all campuses, and that units on offer may vary from year to year. Please refer to the Arts Area of Study brochure or westernsydney.edu.au/courses for more information on the Bachelor of Arts majors, including the types of units you may study and the career opportunities. The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is outlined in more detail on page 21. POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS Taken as additional study following your initial teaching qualification, a Master of Inclusive Education gives you a second teaching qualification in an area of high demand. This degree allows you to work as a special education teacher in primary and secondary schools (if you enter with a secondary teaching qualification). CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As well as being equipped with all the necessary elements for initial teacher training, Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) graduates will also be prepared for a wide range of employment opportunities. You will be equipped with the communication and people skills, creativity and capacity for independent thought, flexibility and adaptability in new situations that are increasingly demanded by employers. 18 Western Sydney University

19 Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Physical Education) Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) COURSE UAC CODE LOCATION DURATION ATAR B Health Science (Health and Physical Education) Pathway to Teaching Secondary Penrith 3F* nc M Teaching (Secondary) Penrith 2F/1.5A N/A Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; A = Accelerated; * = You may choose to study with a reduced load, but classes are not offered in the evening. Our Health and Physical Education (HPE) program brings together a comprehensive foundation of health sciences, understanding of physical activity and skills in interacting with diverse people. You will gain the theoretical skills to analyse new challenges, and the practical skills required to help people improve their health. HPE graduates from Western Sydney University stand out for their holistic understanding of the concepts of health and physical activity and their relationship to other components of physical education. The degree also gives the advantage of early access to Education Studies units through completion of an Education Studies Submajor. These units of study are structured to gain the necessary learning areas to satisfy the Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards discipline knowledge requirements for entry into teaching. Teaching opportunities can be extended beyond HPE by studying electives, such as science and mathematics, where students gain a second teaching specialisation. The HPE program is known for the international standard of its facilities. The University has invested significantly in a new gymnasium and renovated the dance and gym facilities used for HPE. These are complemented by a wealth of sports venues in the local region, including Olympics facilities at Penrith, and the opportunity for outdoor activities in the Blue Mountains. The course explores challenging areas including youth health issues, sexuality, drugs, psychology and risk-taking behaviours, as well as general health science, including human biology, health systems, health promotion and research. The University has developed an innovative integrated suite of health science programs. The integration between the programs allows some options at the end of the first year for you to transfer between the various streams if you meet the criteria, with advanced standing for the units you have completed. Note that transfer places to some streams may be very limited and competitive, and transferring may extend the duration of the degree. CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES To graduate with a Bachelor of Health Science (HPE) Pathway to Teaching (Secondary), you will be required to complete 24 units. You will study core common units with other Bachelor of Health Science students and allied health students. This will develop a solid understanding of health science, competencies needed for ethical and safe work, and highquality skills in communication. Core units include: Evidence-Based Practice; Research Methods; Professional Competencies; Communication; Population Health and Society; Psychology; and Culture, Diversity and Health. The skills you will gain from these core subjects will be valuable throughout your entire career and in your life. HPE studies include such areas as aquatic sports, youth health issues, ethics, games, gymnastics and dance, movement and skill development, nutrition, outdoor recreation, personal training and coaching, physical activity, health and psychology. PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE Experience is integrated into course units. Our students use the University s new gymnasium, dance and gym studies facility, and a dedicated research and teaching laboratory. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION Our graduates may be eligible to apply for accreditation with the NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards following the successful completion of a recognised teaching qualification. There is no professional accrediting body for the HPE specialisation. COURSE REQUIREMENTS In order to enrol at the start of second year, all students must have a National Police Certificate and a Child Protection Certificate (Prohibited Employment Declaration Form). By the start of the following session, all students must have a First Aid Certificate. For detailed information about the course structure and units, visit westernsydney.edu.au/courses INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN STUDIES Enrolment in the Indigenous Australian Studies (IAS) major, sub-major or units is available to all undergraduate students who have open electives. Find out more at westernsydney.edu.au/studyias FURTHER STUDIES Our high-achieving students can apply to gain entry into a Master of Research as an additional two-year program for full-time students (or a longer equivalent for part-time students) at the end of third year. You will design and undertake original research under the supervision and guidance of experienced researchers and write a thesis. The Masters program offers a way of adding to your qualifications and opening up the world of research to you. You will be expected to identify new ways to address real problems, working under academic supervision. To pursue a career in teaching, you can consecutively study both the Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Physical Education) Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) and the Master of Teaching (Secondary) over years. See the Teaching Area of Study brochure for more details. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The Bachelor of Health Science (HPE) Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) enables direct entry into a Master of Teaching (Secondary) degree, and then on to a teaching career. You are required to extend your teaching opportunities beyond HPE by completing an Education studies sub-major and studying a second teaching specialisation, such as science and mathematics. For information about the Master of Teaching component, please refer to the Teaching Area of Study brochure. westernsydney.edu.au 19

20 Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) COURSE UAC CODE LOCATION DURATION ATAR Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Campbelltown 3F/6P Secondary) Hawkesbury 3F/6P Parramatta* 3F/6P M Teaching (Secondary) Penrith 2F/1.5A N/A Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; A = Accelerated. Note: Not all key programs are available on all campuses please refer to the Sciences Area of Study brochure for more details. * The B Science component of this program is offered at Campbelltown, Hawkesbury and Parramatta campuses. The Education component of the B Science is offered at Penrith and Bankstown with some units offered at Parramatta or online. This unique consecutive combination of an undergraduate Science degree and postgraduate teaching qualification will prepare you for a rewarding career in secondary teaching. The first three years of study in the Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) will allow you to focus on a general science program of your choice, and to structure your units of study to gain the necessary learning areas to satisfy the NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards discipline knowledge requirements for entry into teaching. You can select one of the Bachelor of Science programs in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Mathematical Science, Nutrition and Food Science (Food Technology major) or choose a more flexible program within the degree rules, including a major that is related to a Secondary Teaching discipline. CORE UNITS AND ELECTIVES To graduate with a Bachelor of Science Pathway to Teaching (Secondary), you will be required to complete 24 units. In the Bachelor of Science you will be required to complete at least six core units from the Bachelor of Science Unit Pool, which may include units in: Biology; Chemistry; Computing and Information Technology; Geoscience; Mathematics; Physics; and Integrated Science. You will also be required to complete a mandatory four-unit sub-major in Education Studies. Units in this sub-major may include: Learning and Creativity; Education in a Cosmopolitan Society and The Brain and Learning plus others. Enrolment in a unit from the Indigenous Australian Studies major is available as part of the Education Studies Major. The Education Studies sub-major is offered on both the Penrith and Bankstown campuses with some units at Parramatta and online in the Summer session. In addition to the key areas of study, relevant majors and sub-majors include: General Biology; Conservation Biology; Marine Biology; Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Chemistry; Climate Change; Forensic Science; Mathematics; Microbiology; Zoology; Aquatic Environments; Food Technology Secondary Teaching; Immunology and Cell Biology; and Physics. Please note that not all units are offered on all campuses, and that units on offer may vary from year to year. Please refer to the Sciences Area of Study brochure or visit westernsydney.edu.au/courses for more information on the Bachelor of Science, including the units you may study and the career opportunities. The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is outlined in more detail on page 21. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION Full accreditation for secondary school teaching in both government and nongovernment schools in Australia and most other countries is achieved with completion of the Master of Teaching (Secondary). The Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) is accredited by The Royal Australian Chemical Institute Incorporated. Graduates of the Bachelor of Science (Mathematical Science) qualify for membership of the Australian Mathematical Society and the Statistical Society of Australia depending on the subjects (units) studied. Graduates of the Bachelor of Science (Food Technology) would be qualified to become professional members of the Australian Institute of Food Science. Depending on the subjects chosen within the Bachelor of Science (Biological Science), graduates can satisfy the requirements for membership of professional bodies such as the Australian Society for Microbiology and the Australian Institute of Biology. Graduates may also join other professional societies, such as the Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Australian Biotechnology Organisation, Australian Society for Medical Research and the Royal Zoological Society. You may combine a program with one or more majors or sub-majors, or choose various units instead of a specific program in Science. Completion of the Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) involves mandatory study in the Education Studies sub-major, taken as part of the elective strand in the Bachelor of Science. This four-unit submajor provides an over arching introduction to the field of Education and provides a sound basis for specific secondary studies undertaken as part of the Master of Teaching. You will need to consult with your Science Academic Course Advisor and take advice to ensure that your program of study meets the requirements of the Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards document, Subject Content Requirements for Teaching in a NSW Secondary School (refer to nswteachers.nsw.edu.au). CAREER OPPORTUNITIES As well as being equipped with all the necessary elements for initial teacher training, a Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) prepares students for a professional career in science. Fundamental to this degree are the skills necessary for quantification and analysis, the capacity for critical analysis, problem-solving and independent thinking. Graduates will be prepared for a very wide range of employment opportunities in the sciences and related disciplines. Bachelor of Science graduates find employment in industry, research, forensics, patents, quality control, environmental analysis, scientific instrumentation, medical laboratories and technical management. With further study, you will be qualified to teach in government and non-government secondary schools and colleges. 20 Western Sydney University